Tesla Model 3: Wheel (Remove and Install)
Caution:
Do not install base wheels onto vehicles with performance brakes, or
install performance wheels onto vehicles with base brakes. Base and performance
wheels have different offsets to accommodate base and performance brakes. Refer
to
Wheels for offset information.
Remove
- Remove the wheel center cap. See
Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
- Loosen the lug nuts.
Caution:
Use only hand tools to remove or install the fasteners. Do not use
impact or power tools.
Caution:
Use a 6 point socket. Do not use a 12 point socket or a specialty
socket.
- Raise and support the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Remove the lug nuts from the wheel, and then remove the wheel from the
vehicle.
Install
- Position the wheel to the vehicle, and then hand-tighten the lug nuts.
- Partially tighten the lug nuts in a star-shaped sequence until the wheel
is secured to the hub.
- Lower the vehicle. See
Raise Vehicle - 2 Post Lift.
- Fully tighten the lug nuts in a star-shaped sequence.
Torque 175 Nm
- Install the wheel center cap. See
Cap - Wheel (Remove and Replace).
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Warning:
Always read and understand the tire equipment operator's
manual before operating the tire changer.
Note: These instructions are based on the Hunter T
DRAFT
Warning:
This procedure was derived from pre-production computer
models, and might not reflect the real-world situation. Warnings
and cautions might be
SEE MORE:
The front seats and outer rear seats include
integrated head supports that are not
adjustable.
The rear center seat includes an adjustable
head support that can be raised, lowered, or
removed. The head support should always be
raised and locked into position (so that the
center is aligned w
Remove
Remove the 2nd row lower seat cushion. See
Seat Cushion - Lower - 2nd Row (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH 2nd row seat side bolster. See
Bolster - Side - Seat - 2nd Row - LH (Remove and Replace).
Remove the LH side rail trim. See
Trim - Side Rail - LH (Remove and Replace).
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